Demaryius Thomas could end up back in Denver

Nearly a decade after arriving in Denver as a first-round pick, receiver Demaryius Thomas could be coming back.

Per a league source, the Broncos could be bringing Thomas back to town.

If it happens, Thomas will be working for a new coaching staff in a new offense. But plenty of other things will be familiar to the man who played for the Broncos until he was traded during the 2018 season to the Texans.

Thomas, who suffered a torn Achilles tendon last year while playing for Houston, was cut on Saturday by the Patriots. In 10 NFL seasons, Thomas has caught 688 passes for 9,330 yards and 62 touchdowns.

According to reporter Mike Giardi, “Both Thomas and the Patriots have interest in a return at a later date.” Since Thomas is a veteran free agent, he is not subject to the waiver wire and can sign with any team he chooses. The Patriots are legendary for cutting veteran players in order to protect rookies who would be subject tto waivers and thing, after everyone else has finalized their 53-man roster, bringing them back.